Beer-battered flathead with chips
Discover the ultimate crispy beer-battered flathead served with perfectly chips. This simple yet flavorful recipe incorporates fresh ingredients like white fish, potatoes, and a zesty herb-infused avocado dip. Ideal for a delicious homemade meal!
- 22 May 2025
- Cook time 55 min
- Prep time 35 min
- 4 Servings
- 12 Ingredients
Beer-battered flathead with chips is a classic and indulgent dish that's perfect for a weekend meal or entertaining guests. The crispy beer batter complements the tender, flaky white fish, while the hand-cut chips provide a satisfying crunch. Paired with a refreshing avocado and herb sauce, this recipe brings together a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving more.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Peel and cut the potatoes into thick chips/fries.
- Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Boil a pot of water, add a pinch of salt, and blanch the potato chips for about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain the chips and spread them out on a kitchen towel to dry thoroughly.
- Finely chop the spearmint, parsley, and tarragon.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- In a bowl, mash the avocado until smooth.
- Add the chopped herbs, minced garlic, lemon juice, and mayonnaise to the avocado. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually whisk in the beer until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the fish properly.
- Season the batter with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large, heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the dried potato chips to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the chips until they are golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Keep them warm in a low oven while you prepare the fish.
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Dip each fish fillet into the beer batter, making sure it is well coated.
- Carefully lower the battered fish into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry until the fish is golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Arrange the golden fried fish fillets and hand-cut chips on a serving platter.
- Serve hot with the herb avocado mayonnaise on the side for dipping.
Tips:
- Use a light beer for the batter to ensure it becomes crispy and airy.
- Make sure the fish fillets are dry before dipping them in the batter to help the coating stick better.
- Use a thermometer to maintain the frying oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) for optimal crispiness.
- Cut the potatoes evenly to ensure they cook uniformly and become crispy.
- Add a touch of salt to the batter for extra flavor.
- Drain the fried fish and chips on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.
- Serve the dish immediately to enjoy the fish’s crispiness at its best.
Enjoy your homemade beer-battered flathead with hand-cut chips, served with a delicious avocado and herb sauce. This dish is sure to impress your family and friends with its combination of crispy, golden batter, tender fish, and perfectly cooked chips. The fresh, zesty sauce adds the perfect finishing touch. Bon appétit!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 680 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 820kcal | 41% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 45g | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 90g | 26% |
| Fiber 10g | 27% |
| Sugar 2.61g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 27g | 31% |
| Saturated 3.77g | 13% |
| Cholesterol 110mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 100ug | 11% |
| Choline 170mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 0.63mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B2 0.39mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 10mg | 63% |
| Vitamin B6 1.50mg | 88% |
| Vitamin B9 130ug | 33% |
| Vitamin B12 1.74ug | 73% |
| Vitamin C 66mg | 71% |
| Vitamin E 1.90mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K 140ug | 116% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 180mg | 14% |
| Copper, Cu 0.62mg | 68% |
| Iron, Fe 4.10mg | 37% |
| Magnesium, Mg 160mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus, P 740mg | 59% |
| Potassium, K 2260mg | 66% |
| Selenium, Se 33ug | 61% |
| Sodium, Na 400mg | 27% |
| Zinc, Zn 3.41mg | 31% |
| Water | |
| Water 490g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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